Theres a change at the top of Banijays Americas operation.
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Abrego will now focus on acquisitions and new business ventures.
Samek joined Endemol USA in 2014 as COO and transitioned to COO of Endemol Shine North America in 2015.
Ben Samek & Cris AbregoBanijay Americas
Previously, he held the role of COO at 51 Minds Entertainment.
Ben cares deeply about our company, our clients, and our people.
His promotion to CEO is a testament to his long list of contributions and achievements.
With this change comes news that is fantastic for Banijay Americas and gratifying for me personally.
Ben has been my partner and friend for nearly a quarter century.
There is so much opportunity ahead, and I intend to seize it to strengthen our global position.
I thank you for all your support and friendship over years and look forward to the journey ahead.
I am grateful for the culture he fostered hereone of transparency, collaboration, and excellence.
That brings me to youthe leaders across our company and the incredible teams you manage across two continents.
I am thrilled to be on this journey with each of you in my new role as CEO.
Thank you, Obrigado, Gracias!
